After wrinkle treatment, follow the individual aftercare instructions Corey Anderson RN gives you at your appointment. General aftercare focuses on avoiding unnecessary pressure or irritation, monitoring symptoms, keeping review plans clear and contacting the clinic if something feels outside the expected pattern. Urgent or severe symptoms should be assessed promptly by appropriate medical care.
Immediately After Your Appointment
Immediately after treatment, the priority is to let the area settle without unnecessary rubbing, pressing or manipulation. Corey will explain any area specific instructions before you leave. Mild redness, pinpoint marks, tenderness or swelling can occur and often settles without special treatment, but individual experience varies.
If you are unsure whether something is expected, ask. A short question to the clinic is better than internet troubleshooting, especially when the concern involves the face, eyes, brow position, swallowing, breathing or symptoms that are getting worse.
The First Day
For the first day, keep aftercare boring in a useful, protective way. Avoid vigorous rubbing of the treated area, avoid heavy pressure on the area unless Corey has told you otherwise, and follow the specific activity guidance given at your appointment.
Many aftercare mistakes come from doing too much because the treatment looked simple. The appointment may be brief, but it is still a clinical procedure. Treat the first day as a quiet settling period and keep the clinic instructions close.
What should aftercare cover?
Use this table to prepare better consultation questions. It is not a personal treatment plan.
| Aftercare or planning area | Why it matters | Responsible next step |
|---|---|---|
| Individual instructions | Aftercare depends on the area, assessment and treatment plan. | Follow the advice from your appointment first. |
| Pressure and irritation | Unnecessary rubbing or pressure can make settling less predictable. | Keep aftercare simple unless Corey advises otherwise. |
| Monitoring | Symptoms should be watched against the instructions you were given. | Contact the clinic if symptoms are unusual or worsening. |
| Urgent symptoms | Severe, sudden or worrying symptoms need prompt assessment. | Use urgent medical care when symptoms feel serious or unsafe. |
Why are individual instructions more important than a web page?
Aftercare depends on the treatment area, assessment, medical history, skin condition and any specific risks discussed at the appointment. A web page can orient you, but it cannot replace your own instructions.
When should you seek urgent help?
Seek urgent medical care for severe or rapidly worsening symptoms, visual symptoms, breathing difficulty, signs of severe allergic reaction, severe pain, unusual skin colour change or any symptom that feels unsafe.
Skincare And Makeup
Corey may give specific advice about makeup and skincare depending on the treatment area and your skin. As a general principle, be gentle with the treated areas and avoid aggressive rubbing, exfoliation or irritating actives until the skin has settled.
Clean hands, clean tools and light touch matter. If you are prone to irritation or have active skin concerns, mention this at consultation so aftercare can be tailored more carefully.
Exercise, Heat And Pressure
Aftercare instructions often include temporary limits around strenuous exercise, heat exposure or direct pressure, but the details should come from your treating clinician. The reason is practical: the face has just been treated, and unnecessary irritation can make early symptoms harder to interpret.
If you have a job, sport or routine that involves heat, helmets, massage, facials, intense training or pressure on the treated area, tell Corey before treatment so the timing and aftercare plan can be discussed.
When Changes Begin
Wrinkle treatment changes usually develop gradually. Some people notice movement changes within several days, while others take longer. The first day is not the right time to judge whether treatment has worked.
If you are tempted to assess the area constantly, pause. Repeated checking can make normal variation feel alarming. The wrinkle treatment onset timeline page explains why the settling period needs patience and why review is more useful than daily self-assessment.
When To Contact The Clinic
Contact Core Aesthetics if symptoms feel unusual, worsening, one-sided in a way that concerns you, or different from what Corey described. Also seek urgent medical care if you develop severe symptoms, vision changes, difficulty breathing or swallowing, signs of a serious allergic reaction, rapidly worsening swelling, or anything that feels medically urgent.
Do not wait for a routine review if you are genuinely worried. The clinic would rather hear from you early than have you sit at home trying to decide whether a concern is important enough.
Why Review Matters
The review appointment is where aftercare and planning meet. Corey can assess how the area has settled, how movement and expression have changed, whether symptoms have resolved and whether any future planning notes are needed.
Review is not an automatic further-treatment appointment. It is a clinical assessment. Sometimes the right decision is to observe, document, wait or change the next plan rather than do anything immediately. The page on reading your wrinkle treatment review explains this in more detail.
What Not To Use This Page For
This page should not be used to diagnose a complication, override Corey’s instructions, decide whether you are suitable for treatment, or determine whether treatment should happen on the day. It is general information only.
If your situation involves pregnancy, breastfeeding, trying to conceive, active infection, a new medical issue, medicines that affect risk or symptoms that feel unusual, the answer needs individual assessment rather than a webpage.
Same Day Treatment May Be Discussed
Some patients may be suitable for treatment on the same day as consultation, but only after clinical assessment, informed consent, realistic expectations and a decision that proceeding is appropriate. If treatment does happen, aftercare should be explained before you leave.
If treatment is deferred or declined, aftercare may not be relevant that day, but the reasoning should still be clear. Consultation-first means the next step is chosen for the person in the room, not forced by the booking.
Planning Ahead
Aftercare starts before treatment. If you have an event, travel, demanding work schedule, strenuous training plan or facial appointment coming up, tell Corey. Timing can be part of suitability and consent.
A good aftercare plan is not dramatic. It is a set of small, sensible decisions that make it easier to observe the treatment calmly and seek help if needed. Not glamorous, but very useful. Clinical care often is.
Next Step
If you are preparing for treatment, ask what you should avoid, what is expected, what should prompt contact and when review should happen. If you have already been treated and are worried, contact Core Aesthetics directly.
Related pages include wrinkle treatment what to expect, treatment suitability assessment and understanding clinic aftercare instructions.
What should you verify before booking?
Core Aesthetics consults from 12A Atherton Road, Oakleigh VIC 3166 by appointment. Corey Anderson is a registered nurse with Ahpra registration NMW0001047575. Patients can check the Verify Core Aesthetics page and the Ahpra public register before booking, then use consultation to discuss individual suitability, risks, alternatives and timing.
When should you book or wait?
Book a consultation when you want an individual assessment and time to ask questions. Wait if you feel pressured, medically unwell, recently treated elsewhere, unclear about consent or focused on a fixed appearance change. Consultation may lead to treatment discussion, waiting, referral, review or no treatment.
Is this for you?
Consider booking a consultation if
- You are an adult preparing for or recently having wrinkle treatment and want general aftercare guidance
- You want to understand what to monitor and when to contact the clinic
- You value aftercare instructions that support review and clinical communication
- You understand that individual instructions from Corey take priority over general online guidance
This may not be for you if
- You have severe, worsening or medically urgent symptoms that require immediate medical care
- You are seeking certainty, complete correction or a promised appearance change
- You are seeking elective cosmetic care for someone who is not an adult
- You want online aftercare information to replace advice from the treating clinic
- You are pregnant, trying to conceive or breastfeeding and are seeking elective aesthetic treatment
Suitability is confirmed at consultation. This list is general guidance, not a substitute for clinical assessment.
Frequently asked questions
What should I avoid after wrinkle treatment?
Follow Corey individual aftercare instructions. In general, avoid unnecessary rubbing, pressure or irritation to the treated area and follow the activity guidance given at your appointment.
Can I exercise after wrinkle treatment?
Ask Corey what applies to your treatment area and routine. Strenuous activity may need to be avoided temporarily depending on the plan and instructions given at your appointment.
Can I wear makeup after wrinkle treatment?
Corey may give specific advice based on your skin and treatment area. Use clean hands and tools, be gentle and avoid aggressive rubbing or irritating products while the skin is settling.
When should I contact the clinic?
Contact the clinic if symptoms feel outside the expected pattern, worsen unexpectedly or if you are unsure about aftercare. For severe, sudden or medically concerning symptoms, seek urgent medical care.
Is swelling or bruising always a problem?
Mild temporary changes can occur after some cosmetic treatments, but pattern, severity and timing matter. Follow your instructions and contact the clinic if symptoms are unusual, worsening or concerning.
Do I need a review appointment?
Review timing depends on the treatment area, your concern and Corey instructions. Review can check settling, movement and questions, but it does not automatically mean further treatment will occur.
Can aftercare advice change between appointments?
Yes. Advice can change depending on the treatment area, skin condition, medicines, medical history, symptoms, timing and what Corey assessed at that appointment. Follow the most recent individual instructions rather than relying on older advice or a generic online checklist.
How do I verify Core Aesthetics before booking?
Corey Anderson is a registered nurse with Ahpra registration NMW0001047575. Patients can check the Verify page and Ahpra public register before booking, then use consultation to discuss suitability.
Clinical references
- Ahpra guidelines for registered health practitioners who perform non surgical cosmetic procedures
- Ahpra guidelines for advertising higher risk non surgical cosmetic procedures
- Ahpra public register of practitioners
- TGA advertising health services and cosmetic injections FAQ
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- Healthdirect Australia calling triple zero